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Resorts World Las Vegas · 18 hours ago

Executive Director Entertainment Booking

Resorts World Las Vegas is seeking an Executive Director of Entertainment Booking to lead the sourcing, booking, and delivery of live entertainment that aligns with the property’s brand and financial goals. The role involves negotiating contracts, managing event logistics, and collaborating with various teams to enhance the guest experience.

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Responsibilities

Lead talent booking efforts, including identifying artists, negotiating contracts, and securing performances within approved budgets
Develop and manage long-term entertainment calendars, ensuring programming aligns with brand strategy, market trends, and target demographics
Oversee show logistics, including production requirements, technical riders, artist hospitality, and venue operations
Manage event financials, including budgets, ticket pricing strategy, and inventory management to drive profitability
Partner closely with marketing, sales, and food and beverage teams to promote events and enhance the overall guest experience
Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, promoters, and other industry partners
Use personal device/cellular phone for job related operational tasks, job duties, review of company documents, etc
Perform other job-related duties as requested

Qualification

Entertainment trends knowledgeNegotiation skillsLeadership skillsEvent managementCommunication skillsOperational management experienceVenue operations experienceOrganizational skillsCross-functional collaborationTeam mentoring

Required

Strong negotiation skills with the ability to balance artist expectations and financial constraints
Clear and effective communication skills across internal teams and external partners
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple events and timelines simultaneously
Proven leadership skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
Solid understanding of current entertainment trends, artist markets, and live production requirements
Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to effectively communicate in English, in both written and verbal
Ability to obtain and maintain full knowledge and understanding of company and department rules and regulations, policies, and procedures
Ability to successfully lead and mentor a team
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
At least eight years' experience in entertainment booking, production, venue operations, or a related field
At least five years of directly related operational management experience at a similar leadership level
Must be 21 years of age
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Ability to work in a fast-paced, live entertainment environment, including theaters, arenas, nightclubs, and backstage areas
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during site visits, rehearsals, load-ins, sound checks, and live events
Occasional lifting or carrying materials weighing up to approximately 25 pounds, such as event materials or equipment samples
Frequent use of a computer, phone, and other office equipment for scheduling, communication, and contract review
Ability to travel between venues and attend events during evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively to coordinate with artists, production teams, and internal stakeholders

Preferred

Previous experience working in a large, luxury resort setting

Company

Resorts World Las Vegas

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Resorts World Las Vegas is a resort, mall, and casino on the Las Vegas Strip in Winchester, Nevada, United States.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Lou Dorn
Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
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